Basilicatan Baked Stuffed Tomatoes With Rice And Herbs
Basilicatan Baked Stuffed Tomatoes with Rice and Herbs is a classic dish from the Basilicatan (Lucanian) cuisine, featuring the flavors of the region in a delicious and satisfying way.
Ingredients
- 4 large tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the seeds and pulp. Sprinkle the insides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked rice, Parmesan cheese, garlic, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stuff the tomatoes with the rice mixture.
- Place the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the tomatoes are tender and the tops are golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 6g
- Fat
- 9g
Supplies
Baking dish
Tools
Knife Bowl Measuring cup Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Basilicatan Baked Stuffed Tomatoes with Rice and Herbs as a main course with a side salad and crusty bread.
Tips & tricks
For added flavor, you can sprinkle some extra Parmesan cheese on top of the stuffed tomatoes before baking.
Cost
$8